Eric...slow down when you're reading....I said people are more likely to cut corners on maintenance. .not all inclusive..
Using aftermarket parts is cutting corners...if the Wix...or any other brand were any better..I'm sure Kohler would slap them on at the factory...
Citing a 7 year old thread as proof is a bit lame....not gonna sway my vote..not when the guy I know has logged about 300,000 work hours on the PH3614 filter without an oil related issue...

BTW...a breach in the filter material could contribute to damaging the sump bushing...leading to a gear failure...

HO ...HO...HO....

Slapper

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